How much does a Stainless Steel Welder make in Charleston, SC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Stainless Steel Welder in Charleston, SC is $51,260. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $46,712 to $55,547, with most professionals earning between $42,571 and $59,451.

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Stainless Steel Welder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $42,571 Charleston,SC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $46,712 Charleston,SC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $51,260 Charleston,SC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $55,547 Charleston,SC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $59,451 Charleston,SC April 01, 2025
25% $46,712 10% $42,571 90% $59,451 75% $55,547 $51,260 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Stainless Steel Welder ?

A welder or lit operator is a tradesperson who specializes in fusing materials together. The term welder refers to the operator, the machine is referred to as the welding power supply. The materials to be joined can be metals (such as steel, aluminum, brass, stainless steel etc.) or varieties of plastic or polymer. Welders typically have to have good dexterity and attention to detail, as well as technical knowledge about the materials being joined and best practices in the field....

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  1. Down a level:

    Welder I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. This Job:

    Stainless Steel Welder

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  3. Up a level:

    Welder III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Stainless Steel Welder in Charleston, SC. The base salary for Stainless Steel Welder ranges from $46,712 to $55,547 with the average base salary of $51,260. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,712 to $55,547 with the average total cash compensation of $51,260.
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